A.C. Lighting Inc., distributor of world-class lighting and rigging technologies, is happy to announce the appointment of Laura James as Sales Support Manager.

A.C. Lighting Inc., a distributor of world-class lighting and rigging technologies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Manali Dhaduk as Inside Sales Representative for Canada.

The Behind the Scenes Foundation has added a number of new Board Members over the last six months intended to broaden industry representation and ensure continuity for future generations of entertainment technology professionals.

As the new Senior Director of Business Development covering the United States and Canada, Sal Amato is the new point of contact for all things Kramer.

Sound Future Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization harnessing the influence of the live event industry to accelerate and catalyze climate innovation, has announced the appointment of its new Board of Directors. The Sound Future Board comprises nine members of diverse experience and background, spanning top creatives, technical experts, industry professionals, and climate financiers, all dedicated to shaping an environmentally sound future.

Christie® is pleased to announce the appointment of Joseph M. Conover as its new director of sales for live entertainment and events, for the Americas

Mikeska will lead the sales and brand management teams to enhance lead generation, and prospect engagement, and collaborate with A.C. Lighting Inc.’s leadership team to develop and execute short- and long-term business strategy. 

Elation Professional is excited to announce the promotions of Eric Loader to Global Vice President of Sales & Marketing and John Dunn to Director of Sales – U.S. The promotions reflect not only their exceptional performance and leadership within the company but also their ability to think strategically in order to move Elation forward.

GLP Inc. has appointed Tyler Wise as its new director, sales & marketing (Americas). He brings more than 20 years of experience spanning the entire production management spectrum – in particular within the live events, integration and entertainment technology sector.

Jim Norris, President of NWC, announces the appointment of Matt Bauer, as Editor

Onishi will begin his role immediately to lead Christie into its next chapter. Onishi will replace Kazuhisa Kamiyama, who has completed his tenure with Christie and is returning to Japan to take up a new role at Ushio headquarters.

This leadership group will welcome SMPTE's next executive director, continue to reimagine how professionals access engineering documents and articles, and guide the Society in providing ongoing value and service to the industry.

Drum will spearhead CrimsonAV's dvLED Division.

Varner will fill the role of regional sales manager, northeast, recently vacated by Adam Griffin; who was promoted to director of sales and business development for North America.

Jerry Kraft has been appointed rigging regional manager for the west coast, and Herman ‘Herm’ Sayre joins ETC as the rigging regional manager for the east coast.

Zadeh takes charge of the AUDAC and Luminex Brands.

Sterling joins the company with 20-plus years of experience in commercial AV, broadcast, TV & film production, and post-production, where he built a reputation for himself as an expert in the field of audio and communications technology.

SFM hires Jean Pierre (JP) Filion as VP of revenue & growth, alongside Nader Tadros as VP of digital transformation & marketing.